About this role
Fledglings Pre-School
Based at Salhouse VC Primary School
Tel: 01603 720402
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.salhouseschool.co.uk/
Executive Head Teacher: Hayley Sonnex
Nursery Manager: Tracy Chambers
Salary – Scale C, £13.26 per hourPermanentFull Time38.5 hours per week Term Time plus 1 weekRequired as soon as possible
We wish to appoint an exceptional nursery assistant to join our successful school supporting the learning and development of children following the EYFS curriculum in pre school. Our school is a child centred and family friendly school where children feel safe and happy and where everyone shares a love of learning. You will be supported by a small, dedicated staff team who aim for the highest standards and you will be offered on-going professional development opportunities. Hours of work, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 7.45am - 3.15pm and Thursday and Friday, 8.45am -6pm (can be flexible on days).
The pre school also provides before and after school childcare for pupils aged 5-11.
We are looking for someone who will;
ensure they know the needs of all our children and provide support to meet those individual needsinvest in and celebrate the uniqueness of each individual in our communitydemonstrate empathy, compassion and forgiveness so that we all have the courage to take risks and learn from our mistakesbegin to grow global citizens who value others and cherish themselveshave a thorough knowledge of the EYFS curriculumhave the ability and experience to confidently and competently manage behaviourhave high expectations of learning and behaviour have excellent communication skills with pupils, colleagues and parents/carersenjoy being part of a small, child centred team who achieve high standards in an ethos based on its Christian core valuesWe can offer you;
Enthusiastic children who are happy and eager to learn through playA supportive, purposeful, friendly and cohesive staff teamSupportive parents and carersOn-going professional development opportunitiesA motivating work place which has high expectations of its staff whilst protecting their well beingFor more information, is the Job Description/Person Specification.
Visits are most welcome by appointment.
How to apply
A job description/person specification is available from ‘Attachments’.
If you think that you have the right skills and experience for this position you should apply by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button above to download an application form. Alternatively, application forms are available from the school office.
We will only consider applications which are completed in full.
Completed applications can be returned by email to –[email protected] or by post to the school address.
Closing date: 14 June 2026
Interview date: 25 June 2026
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any applicant must expect to comply fully with enhanced DBS and reference vetting checks.
This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.